Full Description: This is the grand prix medal won at the International Universal Exhibition of 1878 in Paris. Huntley & Palmers were also presented with a decorative banner that can be seen at the Museum of Reading. The prize jury praised the company, calling it an 'unrivalled house, known throughout the world for its enormous output and for the excellent quality of its products.' The prize established the firm's reputation abroad but because of trade barriers Huntley & Palmers did not exhibit again in Europe until 1900 in Paris.